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  2. Aldehyde | Definition, Structure, Examples, & Facts | Britannica

    • aldehyde, any of a class of organic compounds in which a carbon atom shares a double bond with an oxygen atom, a single bond with a hydrogen atom, and a single bond with another atom or group of atoms … See more

    Structure of aldehydes

    In formaldehyde, the simplest aldehyde, the carbonyl group is bonded to two hydrogen atoms. … See more

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    Nomenclature of aldehydes

    There are two general ways of naming aldehydes. The first method is based on the system used by the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry (IUPAC) and is often referr… See more

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  1. Aldehyde - Wikipedia

  2. 14.9: Aldehydes and Ketones- Structure and Names

    Oct 27, 2022 · Identify the general structure for an aldehyde and a ketone. Use common names to name aldehydes and ketones. Use the IUPAC system to name aldehydes and ketones. The next functional group we consider, the carbonyl …

  3. 1.2: Aldehydes and Ketones- Structure and Names

    May 22, 2021 · Identify the general structure for an aldehyde and a ketone. Use common names to name aldehydes and ketones. Use the IUPAC system to name aldehydes and ketones. The next functional group we consider, the carbonyl …

  4. Aldehyde - Definition, Occurrence, General Properties, Uses, FAQS …

  5. Aldehyde: Properties and Reactions
    Aldehydes are a type of organic compound with a carbon-oxygen double bond and a hydrogen atom attached to the same carbon.
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  6. 3.11: Aldehydes and Ketones - Chemistry LibreTexts

    Feb 13, 2019 · Aldehydes and ketones are organic compounds which incorporate a carbonyl functional group, C=O. The carbon atom of this group has two remaining bonds that may be occupied by hydrogen, alkyl or aryl substituents.

  7. Aldehyde Functional Group - ChemTalk

    An aldehyde is a common functional group in organic chemistry, and a class of organic compounds. In addition, they are primarily derivatives of alcohols. Aldehydes are responsible for natural and synthetic hormones. The structure …

  8. Aldehyde Definition, Functional Group & Properties

    Nov 14, 2017 · An aldehyde (RCHO) or alkanal is a carbonyl compound (compounds contain -CO- as a functional group) where carbonyl group is bonded to one carbon (or alkyl group) and one hydrogen atom. Ethanal is an example …

  9. 20.3 Aldehydes, Ketones, Carboxylic Acids, and Esters

    This free textbook is an OpenStax resource written to increase student access to high-quality, peer-reviewed learning materials.

  10. 14.9 Aldehydes and Ketones: Structure and Names

    Identify the general structure for an aldehyde and a ketone. Use common names to name aldehydes and ketones. Use the IUPAC system to name aldehydes and ketones. The next functional group we consider, the carbonyl group, has a …